Borthwick relishing Boks Test

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Captain Borthwick has shouldered much of the blame for England's ill-disciplined performance in last weekend's 28-14 defeat to Australia.

"There are certain expectations and responsibilities that come with accepting the role as captain," said Borthwick, who is preparing to lead England for a sixth time. "The buck stops with me and with Martin Johnson as team manager - it is part of the job. But I have full confidence in my own ability as a rugby player and as a captain."

He added: "I am looking forward to going out this weekend. I am intent on helping England move forward to produce a better performance, not only on Saturday but also in the short, medium and long term so we become a much better England team."

Johnson and the players have publicly backed the "fantastic job" Borthwick is doing behind the scenes in trying to build a new team and grow a leadership group within a young squad.

Borthwick added: "What is important is having a team of leaders. I believe we have some very good leaders, and as we have different experiences I think we will grow even more.

"It is invaluable having Phil Vickery in the camp, Nick Easter is a senior player and Riki Flutey is an experienced rugby player, having played in both hemispheres.

"Danny Care and Danny Cipriani will both grow into the role and we would then have a leadership spine."